I live in southeast KY and I love to hike. I have been to areas like Cherokee and Pisgah many times and I’ve seen some rather large black bears in the 500 lb range a couple of times. Most are probably 150 - 200 lb but some do get big. I’ve been going back and forth with 10mm and 44 mag as well. I finally settled with my Glock 20 and Federal 200 grain Fusion loads. Also, I’ve always liked your vids and appreciate what you do. 👍
To your point, six rounds of .44 mag is probably enough. However, it’s really reassuring to have an extra mag or two of 10mm on hand, whether needed or not. Plus, at some point one comes out of the woods, ha, and the 10mm is more than enough to return oneself home safely from the parking area.
Another southeastern hillbilly here and I pack both but been handloading 10mm for my specialist and 6”trp rmr and have some loads you wouldn’t wanna fire in a Glock…lol..but the g40 is on my list with 7” kkm barrel..I handload for 3 rifles I shoot pretty regularly and hike these ol mts once or twice a week..diamond d chest rig keeps that longslide right handy also…I took 2 deer with it first month I had it…
Well Bill , I love both but 10mm is easier to carry. lol
Thats a fact!
I live in southeast KY and I love to hike. I have been to areas like Cherokee and Pisgah many times and I’ve seen some rather large black bears in the 500 lb range a couple of times. Most are probably 150 - 200 lb but some do get big. I’ve been going back and forth with 10mm and 44 mag as well. I finally settled with my Glock 20 and Federal 200 grain Fusion loads.
Also, I’ve always liked your vids and appreciate what you do. 👍
Thank you very much. I appreciate the insight and the kind words.
To your point, six rounds of .44 mag is probably enough. However, it’s really reassuring to have an extra mag or two of 10mm on hand, whether needed or not. Plus, at some point one comes out of the woods, ha, and the 10mm is more than enough to return oneself home safely from the parking area.
Another southeastern hillbilly here and I pack both but been handloading 10mm for my specialist and 6”trp rmr and have some loads you wouldn’t wanna fire in a Glock…lol..but the g40 is on my list with 7” kkm barrel..I handload for 3 rifles I shoot pretty regularly and hike these ol mts once or twice a week..diamond d chest rig keeps that longslide right handy also…I took 2 deer with it first month I had it…
10mm 😛👉🗯
Yeah. I had already figured that out....but it was fun anyway.
10mm all the way.
OHHHH Yeah!
I say 10mm.. Hicking ? Carry both, one for 4leged one for 2leged..
I ilke it, saves me choosing which one.
@@BillFrady Bill, I'm a fan.. Your morning show is fantastic!
10mm for your neck of the woods. Out west 12 gauge shotgun black magic slugs for grizzly! 🦅🇺🇸
That I have heard more than once. Thank you .
What about the other "two legged predator" ...sasquatch and dogman??
Those guys would both get the 44 mag. Right after I clean out my pants.